Health Program Specialist

Summary

Nutrition Services Specialist (Program Specialist II)If you are passionate about the role food and nutrition play in helping children grow to reach their full potential, keep reading to find a rewarding position to build relationships and support students statewide! The Nebraska Department of Education is looking for a Nutrition Services Specialist to collaborate with public and non-public schools participating in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), and Child & Adult Food Care Program (CACFP). If you are detail-oriented, great at multitasking, and enjoy helping others, this could be a great fit! This is a fun team with dedicated members with long-term expertise, so you will get great training and motivated candidates can grow with the team.**The Nebraska Department of Education does not sponsor or transfer non-immigrant work visas for these positions.**Location: Lincoln, NEPay Grade 7: $30.979/hourThis rate is based upon available budget funds; any offer will be made at this rate.Teammates EnjoyCompetitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement79% employer-paid health insurance, dental, vision, long and short-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts, employee discount program, and more!Generous vacation and sick leave earnings each year (starting at 12 days each!), plus a variety of other leave types156% state-matched retirement (yes, that's $1.56 for every dollar!) with a guaranteed 5% returnThirteen paid holidays per yearEssential FunctionsResponds to inquiries and provides consultative services and technical assistance to local program operators.Conducts program monitoring; determines program approval, regulatory compliance, and program quality related to administration of the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), and Child & Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) food service operations.Analyzes results and writes review reports and monitors corrective action plans.Guides school districts, educational service units (ESUs), and local organizations by establishing and expanding their nutrition programs.Assists with development and delivery of training and workshops.Prepares and updates US Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulation and policy guidance documents. Provides policy interpretation and technical assistance related to program regulations.Working Conditions and Travel:This position requires approximately 50% of work time spent in an office environment; the remaining 50% is spent traveling or working in alternative sites such as schools, educational service units, and other local organizations. There is also approximately five days of overnight travel per year.Requirements / QualificationsMinimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a related field and three years of experience related to the essential functions of the position. Any equivalent education and/or work experience may be substituted in order to meet the minimum qualifications of the position.Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in a related field and at least one year of related experience, registered dietitian.This position is federally funded and may be governed by the Federal Hatch Act. Click here to review the Act.

Job Description

Nutrition Services Specialist (Program Specialist II)If you are passionate about the role food and nutrition play in helping children grow to reach their full potential, keep reading to find a rewarding position to build relationships and support students statewide! The Nebraska Department of Education is looking for a Nutrition Services Specialist to collaborate with public and non-public schools participating in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), and Child & Adult Food Care Program (CACFP). If you are detail-oriented, great at multitasking, and enjoy helping others, this could be a great fit! This is a fun team with dedicated members with long-term expertise, so you will get great training and motivated candidates can grow with the team.**The Nebraska Department of Education does not sponsor or transfer non-immigrant work visas for these positions.**Location: Lincoln, NEPay Grade 7: $30.979/hourThis rate is based upon available budget funds; any offer will be made at this rate.Teammates EnjoyCompetitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement79% employer-paid health insurance, dental, vision, long and short-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts, employee discount program, and more!Generous vacation and sick leave earnings each year (starting at 12 days each!), plus a variety of other leave types156% state-matched retirement (yes, that's $1.56 for every dollar!) with a guaranteed 5% returnThirteen paid holidays per yearEssential FunctionsResponds to inquiries and provides consultative services and technical assistance to local program operators.Conducts program monitoring; determines program approval, regulatory compliance, and program quality related to administration of the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), and Child & Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) food service operations.Analyzes results and writes review reports and monitors corrective action plans.Guides school districts, educational service units (ESUs), and local organizations by establishing and expanding their nutrition programs.Assists with development and delivery of training and workshops.Prepares and updates US Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulation and policy guidance documents. Provides policy interpretation and technical assistance related to program regulations.Working Conditions and Travel:This position requires approximately 50% of work time spent in an office environment; the remaining 50% is spent traveling or working in alternative sites such as schools, educational service units, and other local organizations. There is also approximately five days of overnight travel per year.Requirements / QualificationsMinimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a related field and three years of experience related to the essential functions of the position. Any equivalent education and/or work experience may be substituted in order to meet the minimum qualifications of the position.Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in a related field and at least one year of related experience, registered dietitian.This position is federally funded and may be governed by the Federal Hatch Act. Click here to review the Act.